Prospects for application of europium to improve the performance properties of casting aluminum alloys

Petrov I.A., Trapeznikov A.V., Reshetnikov Yu.V., Vorobyova E.I.
UDC
669.715:546.661
DOI
10.18577/2307-6046-2026-0-3-66-84
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Petrov I.A., Trapeznikov A.V., Reshetnikov Yu.V., Vorobyova E.I. Prospects for application of europium to improve the performance properties of casting aluminum alloys // Proceedings of VIAM. 2026. No. 3. DOI: 10.18577/2307-6046-2026-0-3-66-84. URL: https://test.viam.ru/en/journal/2026/3/6
Keywords
rare earth elements, europium, cast aluminum alloys, modification, adsorption mechanisms, mechanical properties, microstructure
Abstract

This review examines various aspects of the application of the rare earth element europium. The main areas of its application in various industries are described. The historical aspect of the discovery of europium is shown. The results of studies on the effect of europium on the structure and mechanical properties of various cast aluminum alloys (silumins) are presented. Various theories and adsorption mechanisms explaining the processes of modification of eutectic and primary silicon with europium are considered.

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